What is the cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield?

The cheapest way to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 8h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield?

The fastest way to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Stranraer and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Stranraer to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Stranraer and arriving at Macclesfield via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Lancaster and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Stranraer to Macclesfield?

The distance between Stranraer and Macclesfield is 340 miles. The road distance is 238.9 miles.

How do I travel from Stranraer to Macclesfield without a car?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield without a car is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £45 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield?

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stranraer to Macclesfield train from?

Stranraer to Macclesfield train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Stranraer station.

Train or bus from Stranraer to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield is to train which takes 6h 52m and costs £45 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 8h 1m.

Where does the Stranraer to Macclesfield train arrive?

Stranraer to Macclesfield train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Ayr station.

Can I drive from Stranraer to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Stranraer to Macclesfield is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Stranraer to Macclesfield.

How do I get a train ticket from Stranraer to Macclesfield?

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Where can I stay near Macclesfield?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Macclesfield.

Stranraer to Macclesfield - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stranraer to Macclesfield by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Lancastertrain
4. Take the train from Lancaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 52m
£49–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
8h 1m
£33–79
Drive 237.5 mi
1. Drive from Stranraer to Macclesfieldcar 237.5 mi
4h 9m
£57–83
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
7h 7m
Bus, train, line 38 bus
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie Ferry Terminal to Dumfries stationbus 500
2. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain
4. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Railway Stationbus 38
8h 12m

Stranraer to Macclesfield by train

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6h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 337.7 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Stranraer, Scotland and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Macclesfield via Ayr, Glasgow Central, Lancaster, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Rodie to Macclesfield via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Piccadilly Gardens, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 8h 1m.

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